For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 969 students in Decatur, IN.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, IN are Bellmont Middle School and Bellmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Decatur, IN public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Indiana public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 40% statewide average). Elementary schools in Decatur have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Indiana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary school average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Decatur, IN (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Bellmont Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Adams Dr
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3137
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3137
Gr: 6-8 | 285 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Bellmont Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1200 North Adams Drive
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3633
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3633
Gr: PK-5 | 684 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Decatur, Indiana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
901 Everhart Dr
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3118
Decatur, IN 46733
(260) 724-3118
Gr: PK-1 | 288 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, IN?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Decatur, IN include Bellmont Middle School and Bellmont Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Decatur?
2 public elementary schools are located in Decatur.
What is the racial composition of students in Decatur?
Decatur public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Indiana public elementary schools average of 37% (majority Hispanic and Black).
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